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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

IAD — CMB
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£1,011

Round-trip from

£682
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 26% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 42 days in advance, which can save you up to 40% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 42 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at £1,001. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from £1,110.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Prices for September average £1,070 per person but you can even find prices for as low as £656. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a September flight can save you 44% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (IAD - CMB)?

When flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dulles Intl to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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Average price of flights to Colombo by month

Plan your trip from Dulles Intl to Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Dulles Intl to Colombo is currently £0 while a return flight costs £0. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £865). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,129). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

£768

February

£755

March

£739

April

£694

May

£682

June

£707

July

£891

August

£783

September

£736

October

£748

November

£727

December

£798

Temperature and rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMB

Temperature

27 - 28 °C

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  • What does IAD to CMB mean?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is IAD and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is CMB. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Colombo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Dulles Intl to Colombo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Dulles Intl to Colombo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Dulles Intl to Colombo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Colombo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Colombo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Dulles Intl to Colombo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Dulles Intl to Colombo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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